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Weekend Nanny/Governess – Battersea, London
ERI-BAT-WEEKENDS

Children: Boy
6
Boy
6
Looking for: Nanny/Governess
Salary offered: £20–£22 per hour
Start at: ASAP
Driver: No, we do not need a driver
Live in/Live out:
Location of employment (full address): Battersea, London
Employment Basis: Permanent (6 months and longer)
Language requirements: English - native level
Working hours: • Saturday: 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, followed by an overnight • Sunday: 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Detailed description of the job

A warm and professional family based in Battersea, London is seeking an experienced, caring and reliable nanny/governess to support their two boys, both aged 6 years old, on weekends. This is an excellent opportunity for a capable childcare professional who enjoys working with school-aged children, providing continuity, and becoming a trusted part of the family environment.

The role involves staying overnight with the family during weekends and ensuring the children's needs are met while providing nurturing care, educational support and a calm, structured routine.

Duties include:

• Providing attentive care and ensuring the children's overall wellbeing
• Supporting homework, reading and educational development
• Encouraging positive behaviour, manners and independence
• Planning engaging age-appropriate activities and outings
• Supervising mealtimes
• Managing evening routines and bedtime
• Staying overnight with the family on weekends
• Providing calm guidance and consistency
• Helping maintain an organised, child-focused environment
• Communicating confidently with parents regarding the children's progress and routines

Ideal Candidate:

• Strong previous experience with children aged 5–7 years
• Warm, proactive and naturally takes initiative
• Calm and confident approach with clear boundaries
• Excellent communication skills
• Good knowledge of the UK education system
• Teaching background or school-based experience highly desirable
• Already based in the UK preferred
• Energetic, organised and professionally presented
• Happy to stay overnight with the family during working weekends

Schedule:

• Weekend position
• Saturday and Sunday
• Overnight accommodation provided with the family

Travel:

No international travel required. Occasional short UK trips may be offered.

Salary:

20-22 GBP

Start Date:

Flexible / ASAP for the right candidate.

This role would suit an experienced nanny or governess who can provide warm, attentive care, support the boys' educational development and bring consistency and positive guidance to a welcoming family environment.